Question: Charles Sotiropoulos asks:  I plan to visit Sedona, Arizona, and would like tips on lodging and the best time of year to visit.  I have many varied interests including golf, sightseeing, horseback riding, plus local hangouts.

Answer: Dave Jankus, travel planner at the AAA office in Phoenix says: Sedona is one Arizona's premier destinations. Although Sedona is in the northern and cooler part of the state, it is in a valley and during the summer temperatures can reach into the 100's. The best time to visit is in the fall or spring.  Oak Creek which flows through the area has many lodging opportunities on its shores.  Several companies offer four wheeling jeep tours.  Resorts offer golf and horseback riding.  All of these can be found in the Arizona TourBook guide.  Members can request a free TourBook at the nearest AAA office.  The best part is the Grand Canyon is only a two hour drive away.